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நான் பத்திரிகை துறையில் கடந்த 13 வருடங்களாக பணிபுரிந்து வருகிறேன். விளையாட்டு செய்திகளை, அரசியல் செய்திகளை எழுதுவதில் ஆர்வம். உடனுக்குடன் செய்திகளை கொண்டு சேர்க்க வேண்டும் என்பதில் தனி ஆர்வம் உண்டு.

Member since Mar 31, 2022

No permission, no travel: UK set to enforce ETA scheme

Starting 25 February 2026, travellers will no longer be allowed to enter the United Kingdom without advance digital permission. Citizens of 85 visa-exempt countries — including the United States, Canada, and France — must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling to the UK.

Canadians Are Changing Their Eating Habits Amid Rising Food Prices

New data shows that Canadians are significantly adjusting the way they eat and spend as rising food prices continue to squeeze household budgets across the country.

Eight-months-pregnant woman and unborn baby killed after BMW rear-ends Kia

A tragic road accident in Australia has claimed the life of an 8-month pregnant Indian woman and her unborn child. The incident occurred in the Hornsby suburb of Sydney, where Manvitha Dhareshwar, who lived with her husband and 3-year-old son, was walking with her family.

Rasika Peiris assumes duties as new Commissioner General of Elections

Rasika Peiris officially assumed duties today (14) as the new Commissioner General of Elections.

Hotel worker arrested for stealing foreign currency from Dutch tourist

hotel employee has been arrested by Colombo Fort Police after a Dutch female tourist reported that foreign currency had been stolen from her wallet.

Motorcyclist Killed in Warakapola Hit-and-Run Accident

A motorcyclist died in a hit-and-run incident that occurred early this morning (14). The accident took place within the Warakapola Police Division, specifically near the 36 Kanda Kovil on the Colombo–Kandy main road.

Adstudio.Cloud Celebrates Sri Lanka’s Leading Digital Publishers Driving Programmatic Growth

Adstudio.Cloud, Sri Lanka’s pioneering programmatic advertising platform, is reshaping the nation’s digital media landscape by empowering local publishers and brands through cutting-edge advertising technology

Young Australian Cricketer Ben Austin Dies After Being Struck by Ball

A tragic incident has shaken the Australian cricket community after 17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin died from injuries sustained while practising ahead of a match in Melbourne.

Rupee Takes a Dip: US Dollar Gains Ground in Sri Lanka’s Commercial Banks

The Sri Lankan Rupee has recorded a mild depreciation against the US Dollar at several commercial banks across the country today (October 30), compared to Wednesday’s rates.

India vs Australia Women’s World Cup 2025 Semifinal: All Eyes on Navi Mumbai Showdown

Hosts India will take on Australia this afternoon in a blockbuster semifinal clash of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. The match is set to begin at 3:00 p.m. (IST).

Massive Narcotics Haul Recovered Off Southern Coast; Over 800kg Seized

A significant narcotics haul, totaling over 800kg of drugs, was recovered by the Sri Lanka Navy after being found floating on the seas off the southern coast. The recovered parcels were brought to the Tangalle fisheries harbour last evening, and the exact contents of the 51 packages were revealed by the Navy today.

Weather Forecast: Enhanced Showers and Heavy Rainfall Likely

The Meteorology Department has issued a forecast indicating that showery weather over the island is expected to be enhanced for the next few days starting from today (15).

Dhaka Factory Fire Disaster Kills Sixteen; Safety Violations Emerge

Initial investigations quickly revealed severe safety lapses. According to Chowdhury, neither the garment factory nor the chemical warehouse had approval or any fire safety plan.

Resolution for removal of Deshabandu from IGP post passed in Parliament

A total of 177 members voted in favour of the motion while there were no votes against it. A single Member of Parliament had abstained from voting. 

Train drivers to launch 48-hour token strike

Union President K.A.U. Kondasinghe said the token strike will be launched over various issues, including faulty signal systems.

President Departs on State Visit to the Maldives

At the invitation of the President of the Maldives, Dr Mohamed Muizzu, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake departed the country this morning (28) for an state visit to the Maldives.